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Black crust on cat's corners and chin
Black crust on cat's corners and chin:
It is a common occurrence for cats to have black crusts around their mouth and chin, which is usually caused by excessive sebum secretion in the chin area, leading to acne. This situation is generally related to food and feeding tools, such as high-fat cat food and small cat bowls. The chin of a cat is prone to moisture, which can cause bacterial or fungal infections over time. Therefore, it is necessary to handle it in a timely manner. You can choose to clean the cat's chin with warm water daily until there are no black spots, and apply a small amount of sulfur soap or shampoo as needed.
What causes black chin in cats?
Black chin is actually caused by folliculitis in cats, usually due to endocrine disorders. It is characterized by many small black spots on the chin, resembling coal dust. The main causes of black chin in cats include: after reaching sexual maturity, if the body's sex hormones are overly secreted, it will cause endocrine disorders, and the skin's reaction is folliculitis. Eating oily cat food and inadequate daily cleaning may also lead to black chin in cats.
Can cat black chin heal itself?
Usually not. Black chin is generally caused by folliculitis. If relying on the cat's self-healing ability, it may take a long time to improve, or may not improve at all. In this situation, it is best to go to a pet hospital and buy some anti-inflammatory sprays. If necessary, combine the use of anti-inflammatory drugs or injections to control the condition. Folliculitis should not be ignored, as it may lead to skin diseases.
How to help cats remove black chin?
If it is mild black chin, you can add edible salt to warm water and use a sterile cotton ball to wipe the affected area twice a day. You can soak the cotton ball in green tea water and wipe it on the cat's chin. This method is the least irritating to the cat but is only suitable for mild folliculitis. You can use pet antibacterial shampoo during bathing. This shampoo can deeply cleanse and kill bacteria, which has a good therapeutic effect on black chin.